Detention Officer - part time

City of IndependenceIndependence, MO
$22 - $30Onsite

About The Position

Processes individuals into the Independence Police Detention facility. Responsible for intake of personal belongings; booking; fingerprinting and searching detainees/prisoners; completes medical questionnaires. Monitor the detention area to provide safety and security for arrestees. Coordinates the bonding and/or arraignment of detainees with Municipal/ State/ Federal Court; provides courts with proper documentation. Arranges meals and makes provisions for personal needs of prisoners. Maintains the detention facility; cleans cells; laundry; and supplies. Perform data entry of required records and reports. Inform the Detective Unit of felony arrests and arraignments and other duties as directed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job
  • Aptitude in record keeping, report preparation, computer applications and effective communication is desired
  • Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire
  • Must complete certification in CPR, First Aid, AED and LVNR within three years
  • Knowledge of applicable detention laws is preferred
  • Ability to maintain order and security within the detention unit is preferred
  • Requires a valid driver’s license
  • Requires drug testing
  • Requires a comprehensive background check
  • Requires successful completion of a lift and drag test (Approximately 165 lbs. for 100 feet)

Nice To Haves

  • Military Veterans can utilize their GI Bill® benefits (subject to VA approval)

Responsibilities

  • Intake of personal belongings
  • Booking
  • Fingerprinting and searching detainees/prisoners
  • Completing medical questionnaires
  • Monitoring the detention area for safety and security
  • Coordinating bonding and/or arraignment of detainees with courts
  • Providing courts with proper documentation
  • Arranging meals and making provisions for personal needs of prisoners
  • Maintaining the detention facility (cleaning cells, laundry, supplies)
  • Performing data entry of required records and reports
  • Informing the Detective Unit of felony arrests and arraignments
  • Other duties as directed

Benefits

  • NO BENEFITS
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